Virtual reality goggles could ease Pre-Surgery jitters for foot operations
NCT ID NCT07639320
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using a virtual reality headset to watch a video of the surgical journey before foot surgery could lower anxiety. The idea was that knowing what to expect might help patients feel less worried. The study was terminated early and included only 19 adults scheduled for outpatient foot surgery under regional anesthesia.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- virtual reality
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help patients feel less anxious before surgery.
- What could go wrong
- The trial was terminated early and had only 19 participants, so results are very limited and may not be reliable. VR may not reduce anxiety for everyone.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Clinique de l'Union
Saint-Jean, 31240, France
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